Historical Events tagged with "U.S. military"
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Arrival of 101st Airborne Division in Vietnam
The first 4,000 paratroopers of the 101st Airborne Division landed at Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam, marking a significant escalation in U.S. military involvement in the region. This deployment was part of a broader strategy to increase American troop presence in Vietnam and support the government in combating the Viet Cong insurgency. The arrival set the stage for further expansion of military operations and intensified the conflict.
Continue ReadingAmerican Troops Enter Mayagüez, Puerto Rico
American forces, part of the larger military operations in the Spanish–American War, landed in the coastal city of Mayagüez. This incursion was part of the U.S. strategy to secure Puerto Rico as tensions escalated throughout the region. The landing took place after successful naval engagements, demonstrating U.S. naval superiority and marking a pivotal moment in the conflict against Spain. The troops faced minimal resistance as they established control over the city, signaling a turning point in the war.
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